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Why Give to Biological Sciences?

There are many reasons why you might choose to support Biological Sciences at UC San Diego. Perhaps you were/are a:

  • UCSD student who received scholarship support and wants to pay it forward to help others in need.
  • UCSD alum who credits their UCSD professors and education experience with their path to success.
  • UCSD parent who wants to ensure the best quality educational experience for or your child and his/her peers. 
  • A friend who believes in the transformative power of biology to change your life and lives of all those around you.

We know your reason for giving is personal. Our aim is to ensure it is always personally fulfilling to you. Your gifts, regardless of size, can effect real change, real scientific discovery and real impact in our community.   


Julia Brown

“As a society, we have the opportunity to solve the world’s greatest problems—from economic to social issues. But we must invest in the talent to create these solutions.”

Julia Brown, supporter and chair, UC San Diego Foundation

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Don Yeckel

“There is a critical need to support the highest quality young scientists. They will make the discoveries of the future.”

Don Yeckel, chair of the Ray Thomas Edwards Foundation.

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Heinrich Vischer

“I was honored to be able to keep Walter Heiligenberg’s name alive in this manner…and great scientists have the opportunity to expand their research.”

Heinrich Vischer, PhD, alumnus

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For questions about how you can make a difference, please contact Beth Schroder at (858)534-1966, or by email at enschroder@ucsd.edu